Events

Birdsville Campdraft, Rodeo and Bronco Branding

26 Jun 2026 Experience the thrill of the Outback with our action-packed event showcasing the talents of professional Bushmen and women. Watch as teams compete to brand cattle using traditional methods, keeping the spirit of the bush alive.

Big Red Road, Birdsville 4482

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Birdsville Carnival

06 Jul 2026 Birdsville Carnival offers visitors an immersive cultural experience, celebrating the region’s heritage, with live music at the Birdsville Hotel, street performers, camel rides and pig races, plus street food and Birdsville Bakery’s famous Camel Pies.

29 Burt St, Birdsville 4482

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Birdsville Big Red Bash

07 Jul 2026 Have the experience of a lifetime at the world’s most remote music festival, the Birdsville Big Red Bash in the heart of Australia’s outback!
The three-day festival returns at the Big Red desert dune near Birdsville, Queensland.

The Big Red Bash lineup is here . . .

Big Red Road, Birdsville 4482

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Bedourie Camel Races

11 Jul 2026 Experience the excitement of the Bedourie Camel Races this July, as part of the Desert Champions Way: Outback Camel Trail.

Witness the thrill of camel racing, the hilarity of pig racing, and a variety of novelty events that promise fun for the whole family.

Racecourse Road, Bedourie 4829

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Simpson Desert Racing Carnival

28 Aug 2026 The Simpson Desert Racing Carnival incorporates the Betoota Races, Birdsville Races and Bedourie Races for the ultimate outback racing experience. Held over three consecutive weekends, bar, food, camping and entertainment available!

Racecourse Road, Birdsville 4482

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Betoota Rodeo and Races

28 Aug 2026 Join us on the last weekend of August for the Betoota Races, kicking off the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival!

Enjoy six thrilling Saturday races, plus rodeo, live entertainment, raffles, and the Fashions on the Field.

Racecourse Road, Betoota, Queensland 4482

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Birdsville Races Town Celebrations

01 Sep 2026 Experience the heart and soul of the Birdsville Races in the town centre, where the celebrations bring the community to life! From 1–6 September 2026, enjoy a week of vibrant entertainment including live music, delicious street food, market stalls, and street performers.

29 Burt Street, Birdsville 4482

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Birdsville Races

04 Sep 2026 Dubbed as the Melbourne Cup of the Outback, crowds of 6,000 racegoers converge on Birdsville each year to enjoy two days of quality outback racing and entertainment.

Birdsville Developmental Road,, Birdsville 4482

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Bedourie Races

11 Sep 2026 Dress to impress in pink for Bedourie’s much-anticipated Races. Bedourie Races is the grand finale of the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival. Take advantage of free camping in designated areas.

Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Bedourie 4829

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Bedourie Campdraft, Rodeo, Gymkhana

25 Sep 2026 Experience the Bedourie Campdraft, Rodeo, and Gymkhana Weekend—a thrilling showcase of local talent, excitement, and community spirit!

Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Bedourie 4829

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